The United Kingdom has issued a
warning to its citizens in Nigeria to be more security conscious and vigilant
due to the tension between the United States and Iran following the killing of
Iranian General, Qasem Soleimani.
Some
Muslim groups in Nigeria took to the streets of Abuja on Monday to protest
Soleimani’s death.
The protesters had a banner with
the words, “Death to America. Death to Israel.” and burnt a US flag during the
protest which held in Abuja.
Suleimani was killed by an
American airstrike on Friday, a situation that has heightened tension in the
Middle East region.
Shiites led a procession through
Banex, Wuse Area to Berger roundabout in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) on
Monday.
They also demanded that the
President Muhammadu Buhari government should release their leader, Sheikh
Ibrahim El-Zakzaky and his wife, Zeenat unconditional.
UK, in its latest travel advice
via the Foreign and Commonwealth Office issued on Tuesday, December 7, warned
its citizens in Nigeria to avoid large gatherings and also to stay clear of
unsafe areas.
The statement reads: “The British
High Commission is not aware of specific threats against British nationals but
you should continue to avoid large crowds and public demonstrations as they can
turn violent unexpectedly and at short notice.
“If you become aware of any
nearby unrest or disturbances, you should leave the area immediately.”
Meanwhile, America also warned
its citizens against travelling to Nigeria.
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